In which year did Latvian independence get restored de facto, after the August coup in Moscow?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 1991
- Step 1: The Supreme Council declared full independence on 21 August 1991. Step 2. Western countries and then the Soviet Union recognised it. Answer: 1991. Why not the others: 1989 is the Baltic Way, 1993 is the first elections after independence, and 2004 is NATO and EU accession.
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